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Old City Design Apartments

4.0 star property
Apartment with kitchenette, steps from Porto Cathedral

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Grand Studio, Multiple Beds, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 44 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Balcony

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Balcony

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Economy Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, City View (Wine) | Living area

Economy Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, City View (Wine)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 36 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Romantic Studio, Multiple Beds, Terrace, City View (Tram) | Exterior detail

Romantic Studio, Multiple Beds, Terrace, City View (Tram)

Highlights

Terrace
Outdoor play area
Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 44 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Design Studio, Multiple Beds, Terrace, City View (invicta) | City view

Design Studio, Multiple Beds, Terrace, City View (invicta)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
  • 44 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Travessa de Sao Sebastiao 51, Porto, Porto, 4050-569

What's nearby

  • Porto Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ribeira Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 9 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Porto City Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Casa da Música - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • São Bento Station - 2 min walk
  • Pr. da Liberdade Stop - 4 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fábrica da Nata - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪TGB - The Good Burguer - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cremosi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Seven7 Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fábrica Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Old City Design Apartments

Apartment with kitchenette, steps from Porto Cathedral
Along with concierge services, this smoke-free apartment building has express check-in and express check-out. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a front desk safe and multilingual staff assistance are on-site. Each apartment provides a kitchenette with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Comforts include a pillow menu and a down duvet, and guests will also find conveniences, such as a coffee/tea maker and a dishwasher. Housekeeping is available on request.
Old City Design Apartments offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks and dining tables. Beds feature down duvets. A pillow menu is available. Accommodation at this 4-star apartment has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a bath, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Porto apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limited on-site parking

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 6.50 to 9 for adults and EUR 6.50 to 9 for children
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total
  • Pets stay free
  • Off-leash area

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Free bottled water
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Mobile key entry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Virtual front desk

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city centre
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • 6 units
  • Built in 1834
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 6.5 to 9 for adults and EUR 6.5 to 9 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property is professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number 6305/AL,6306/AL,6313/AL,6315/AL,6298/AL,6289/AL

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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Frequently asked questions

Is Old City Design Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Old City Design Apartments?

Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Old City Design Apartments?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old City Design Apartments?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Old City Design Apartments provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A per vehicle, return fee applies.

Where is Old City Design Apartments located?

Located in Centro / Baixa, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Porto Cathedral, Ribeira Square and Lions Fountain. Praça da Batalha and Casa da Música are also within 2 mi (3 km). Pr. da Liberdade Stop and Guindais Funicular are within a 5-minute walk.

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Old City Design Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 371 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alonso

Great location
Had a grat time, right in the middle of everything, less than 5 mins feom the train station and had great recommendations for dinner from hoast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier

We were very pleased with this place neat, great location, plenty of room. The only thing that made us uncomfortable was the drug addicts hanging around the vacant place in front of the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Well located
Very well located to the main things to see in Porto
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

The location is unbeatable! Right by the train station and next to the sightseeing monuments in Porto. The room was also clean and had a nice balcony and the front desk was very receptive to questions via WhatsApp. Only downside is that the bed is not an actual bed it’s a pullout and we were unfortunately given a very late check in when promised a window.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Very secluded ans very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Great spot in Porto
Host was great at communicating how to access property, what to do, etc, and made the process really easy. Location was perfect for accessing things. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Beautiful view of the city.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

stuart

I thought the location is great. Parking was free right outside.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie

Great location right next to the train station, close to all of the amenities and tourist attractions walked everywhere
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Jeong Ae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
unsauber
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Highlights - easy check in and convenient location, but massively outweighed by the negatives. Very poor quality bed, merely a pull down with very thin mattress. Extremely poor bedding, no fitted sheets and mixed single and double sizes so constantly having to adjust, ended up on the bare mattress most nights. Bathroom is generous but in poor repair. Location is adjacent to an abandoned outdoor market that is frequented by drug addicts and dealers. In summary avoid
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julio

owners did their best at making our stay good… great communication before and during our stay. Location is excellent but there are some issues w homeless people around. They never bother us, however. The apartment was in great shape.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tyler

The property was centrally located and clean. Outside the property there were drug users shooting up at all times of the day and night, it was scary and less than optimal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Nice apartment for 4
Nice apartment, close to restaurants, shops, station, metro, ….
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Convenient location and beautiful view of old town
Location is very good and the instruction for entering the building and room was clear. We loved the welcoming sweets!! Only disappointment was the neighbour area with the people who seem to be junkies and hanging around all the time in front of the apartment although they never bothered us. Overall we had amazing time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

simon

Best view!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ushio

It was well cared and well designed hotel. What is best on this hotel was the management of this company. They communicated well and respond quick and very attentive.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel

It's all good👌
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yenny

This apartment is divine. The views are the best part. I had my apartment on the first floor facing the back.. the communication with the staff was great. They send me all the information and answered all my questions. They even brought me an iron I wanted the next day! The cathedral is literally 3 minutes walk from the place. And all major sites 6-10 minutes walk. Excellent local restaurants, a mini market near by, Starbucks, local bakeries, shops and the bay is 10 minutes walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Aleksandra

Close to train station
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Great stay in Porto!
We loved our stay in Porto old city. The apartment was very comfortable and quiet. An oasis from the busy streets especially as we were visiting during the festival of St John. Convenient location to all the sights. Communication was easy and we loved the Portuguese Tarts left for us on arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Tatyana

Liked: Amenities
Location of the property is both excellent and poor. It’s just a minute away from the Porto Cathedral, but it is also next to a homeless and drug area. I did not feel safe going in and out of the apartment , even though homeless never bothered us. Apartment itself is ok, but I didn’t feel that I was completely clean. Hosts were wonderful and accommodating . That being said , I would not stay there again nor would I recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Decent, up a bit of a steep hill but located really well. Was a shame we couldn’t sit out on the balcony but overall the accommodation was decent and secure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Dave and Helen

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed in Wine room. It was advertised at £230 a night, reduced to £80 to make it feel like a bargin, but this is just a marketing trick as the room if definitely not worth £230 a night. We were so unhappy with this stay that we left after one night and stayed elsewhere. This was a first for us. The bed is a pull down bed which does not go away. The hydrolics are broken. The windows do not open. And the blinds are broken so you can't get any natural light in. The doors open directly onto an area where homesless people live, including going to the toliet. The room is not sound proofed, so you can hear the homeless drinking etc all through the night. There is a leak in the bathroom, and mould on the ceiling. There are much nicer places to stay in porto at this price point.

10/10 Excellent

David

Loved it! Right in the heart of old Porto. Walking distance from everything, service and communication were excellent. Would go back.